Ch. 201Founding the Demon Cult
Key Plot Points & Events
- Nuwa punishes Bai Ze and six Demon Saints by sending them to the Monster Summoning Banner.
- Bai Chen, playing the bad guy, attacks Bai Ze and the others, but Nuwa intervenes.
- Nuwa establishes the Demon Cult, with herself as the Cult Leader, the Monster Summoning Banner as its artifact, and the twenty-four-grade Cycle Purple Jade Lotus Platform suppressing its destiny.
- Nuwa appoints Bai Chen as the Vice Cult Leader of the Demon Cult.
Character Developments
- Nuwa demonstrates her authority and mercy by punishing the Demon Saints but sparing their lives.
- Bai Chen continues to act as the antagonist, provoking others and demanding an appointment from Nuwa.
- Fuxi shows concern for Di Jun's safety but is quick to criticize Bai Chen.
Significant Themes
- Power dynamics and authority within the Demon Clan and the newly established Demon Cult.
- Bai Chen's mischievous and provocative behavior, testing the limits of others' patience.
- The tension between Nuwa's mercy and her need to maintain her image as a just ruler.
Character Interactions
- Nuwa and Bai Chen's dynamic: Nuwa uses Bai Chen's mischief to maintain her good person image, while Bai Chen takes advantage of Nuwa's backing to act arrogantly.
- Fuxi's conflict with Bai Chen: Fuxi is quick to defend Di Jun and criticize Bai Chen, showing his loyalty to Di Jun but also his disapproval of Bai Chen's behavior.
- Di Jun's conflict with Nuwa and Bai Chen: Di Jun questions Nuwa's punishment but ultimately offers his congratulations when Nuwa establishes the Demon Cult. He is also threatened by Bai Chen's appointment as Vice Cult Leader.